Early Childhood and K-12 Education
The students of today are the employees of tomorrow, and they need the skills to thrive in the 21st century global economy and beyond. Our education initiatives unite business, policy, and community leaders and stakeholders to develop solutions in early childhood and K-12 education.
Our early childhood education initiatives address a two-generation workforce challenge: supporting today's workforce and preparing tomorrow's workforce.
The K-12 education system of today leaves too many students underprepared for the careers ahead of them. We’re dedicated to closing achievement gaps, promoting standards-driven approaches, and connecting all students to a successful future.
Programs and Initiatives
Breaking the Gridlock: An Action Plan to Strengthen Education-to-Workforce Pathways
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The U.S. Chamber Foundation has developed Childcare Roadmap Videos to provide a visual representation of the Employer Roadmap: Childcare Solutions for Working Parents. This roadmap is for senior leaders to understand what options are available to address childcare needs for working parents, primarily those working shifts during non-traditional hours.
Employers Lead the Way in Piecing Together Childcare Solutions
Sasha Nicholas, associate manager of early childhood education, reflects on key takeaways from the panel, "Piecing Together Childcare Solutions," an engaging conversation held at the 14th Annual International Women's Day Forum.
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The U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation released new research that examines the impact of data-driven accountability education policy over the last 20 years and sets the stage for concrete recommendations for the federal role in education.
Podcast: Educating the Workforce of the Future with the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation
On this episode of What's at Stake, Penta Partner Meghan Pennington explored the impact of early childhood education on the future workforce with our guests from the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation, Senior Vice President and Vice President of Education & Workforce Policy, Cheryl Oldham, and Vice President of Policy and Programs, Caitlin Codella Low. Drawing from their extensive experience in the education sector, Cheryl and Caitlin provided valuable insights into the importance of a robust childcare system in shaping the workforce pipeline and the necessity of investing in our youngest learners.
Latest Content
Public-private partnerships are a win-win for communities and schools. Learn how the Dallas Cowboys' best season is off the field.
In this edition of Commerce Meets Classroom, Kyle Butler discusses the untapped potential of timely education data. Learn how faster test results could boost student success and strengthen America's future workforce.
Jon-Paul Bianchi of the W.K. Kellogg Foundation highlights innovative partnerships and solutions addressing child care challenges, benefiting families, businesses, and the economy.
As we dive into summer, the next school year looms on the horizon. In this edition of Commerce Meets Classroom, Kyle Butler outlines actions for how the business community can address the issue of chronic absenteeism.
Explore key insights and actions from the first-of-its-kind National Child Care Innovation Summit with early childhood education policy and programs intern, Lu Johns-De La Garza.
Eric Cutler of TOOTRiS, a pioneering childcare technology platform for businesses, examines how AI, enhanced childcare benefits, and strategic partnerships can address America's child care crisis.
On June 27, we hosted the inaugural National Child Care Innovation Summit, a first-of-its-kind event presented in partnership with the U.S. Chamber of Commerce and the U.S. Department of Commerce.
Introducing Master Classes, a new series of focused, intensive programs designed for Business Leads Fellows to navigate specific and complex education and workforce issues.
An Early Childhood Education Public-Private Partnership in Kalamazoo, Michigan connects employers, employees, and social services.
Introducing Commerce Meets Classroom, a new series from our K-12 education experts, Kyle Butler and Caitlin Codella Low, featuring the business perspective on pressing education issues.
